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THE WITCHES' TREES OF GROVELY WOODS
Ancient beech trees stand where four sisters were killed for witchcraft in the 18th century. History, photos and how to find them.
4 min read


THE CANADIAN WAR MEMORIAL IN THE NEW FOREST
A small wooden cross is the site of the Canadian War Memorial in the New Forest. Photos, history and visiting details.
3 min read


THE DOOM PAINTING OF ST. THOMAS’S CHURCH, SALISBURY
The largest and best preserved Doom painting in the UK, recently restored and essential viewing. History, photos and visiting details.
4 min read


A SELF GUIDED WALKING TOUR OF HISTORIC SALISBURY
A walking tour of the best parts of Salisbury's extensive history with photos and full directions.
13 min read


QUEEN ELIZABETH GARDENS, SALISBURY
One of three major parks in Salisbury, this riverside park has beautiful views, a good play area and some great paddling spots.
3 min read


THE RUFUS STONE MONUMENT IN THE NEW FOREST
History, photos and visiting details for the Rufus Stone in the heart of the beautiful New Forest.
5 min read


THE FIREPLACE IN THE FOREST: THE WAR MEMORIAL TO THE PORTUGUESE LABOURERS OF WORLD WAR I
In a beautiful spot in the New Forest, the fireplace is a reminder of the role of the forest in the war. Photos, history, visiting details.
5 min read


DOWNTON MOOT: VISITING THE 18TH CENTURY PLEASURE GARDENS NEAR SALISBURY
Eight acres of free-to-visit pleasure grounds built on historic land. Visiting details, photos and historical background.
5 min read


FIGSBURY RING: A PREHISTORIC SITE FOR A PEACEFUL WALK
Just outside the city of Salisbury, Figsbury Ring is a Neolithic and Iron Age hillfort which is a beautiful spot for a walk or a picnic....
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